Following the school shootings in Connecticut last month, the leaders of Old Rochester Regional Junior High and High Schools are implementing new safety measures.

Both schools have had practice lockdowns, and High School Principal Mike Devoll said a new camera to better identify visitors was installed at the High School.

If someone dangerous does get into the building, said Devoll, knowing the correct protocol is crucial.

“It’s what you do once someone is in the building that saves the lives,” he said.

With Facilities Manager Gene Jones, Devoll is working to get color-coded lanyards and IDs to improve security.

“I want photo IDs for everyone, from staff to maintenance people,” Devoll said.

As an additional safety measure, Devoll said the bus drop-off has been streamlined to one location versus the three entrance points previously used.

At the Junior High, Principal Kevin Brogioli said he and Jones have walked the halls to identify potential dangers.

“The entranceway to the Junior High is not as well designed as some other school buildings in the area,” said Brogioli.

He and Jones are looking into a closed circuit TV system or other camera system to monitor visitors.

Brogioli is also looking into installing shades for glass windows in classrooms.

“We’re doing everything we think we can do,” Brogioli said.

At a School Committee meeting on Wednesday, officials said there were no plans to arm teachers with weapons, nor is there a full-time police officer on duty.

“The resource officer comes by as part of his day,” said Superintendent Doug White. “Someone more permanent would be something budgetary for both the Police Department and the school.”

Devoll said hiring safety personnel that might be shared with the Junior High is something he is looking at in his budget.

“The more hands on deck, the better,” he said.